April 18, 2026 · Halifax, Nova Scotia · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
Strong sport infrastructure builds active, inclusive communities, supports high-performance athletes, and creates new economic opportunities.
Today, the Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and Member of Parliament for Halifax West, announced federal support to Soccer Nova Scotia to upgrade the BMO Soccer Centre, creating a professional, year-round training environment for the Halifax Tides FC ($277,100 non-repayable). Minister Diab was joined by Shannon Miedema, Member of Parliament for Halifax.
This investment helped modernize athlete, staff, and operational spaces to close critical infrastruture gaps at the not-for-profit's premier indoor soccer facility. Upgrades to locker rooms, treatment areas, staff offices, and training equipment will enhance athlete health and recovery, improve operations, and meet professional standards. This enables the team to train locally at a high-performance level and advances the growth of the league.
Today's announcement further demonstrates the Government of Canada's commitment to investing in modern community infrastructure that creates new opportunities and supports economic growth.
This announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
